Category Archives: Writing prompt

Weekend Writing Prompt #68 – Derelict

Posted on August 18, 2018 by Michael

He hobbled into the room, coughed and panted before struggling to sit down. Most of his working bits no longer did as they once did. In his pocket, he carried his various medications which rattled as he walked along. He … Continue reading →

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Saturday Mix – Opposing Forces, 18 August 2018

Posted on August 18, 2018 by Michael

Our words this week are: – whisper and shout – humid and dry In the middle of the fourth set I looked at her and could see her mouthing words I knew she was shouting but in the context of … Continue reading →

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First Line Friday: August 17th, 2018

Posted on August 18, 2018 by Michael

The sun simmered red as it slunk towards the jagged horizon.  Another stinking hot day was drawing to an end, and the glow of the setting sun heralded the same again tomorrow. We had had two weeks of record high … Continue reading →

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SoCS Aug. 18/18 – “-ic or -ical.”

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Michael

“-ic or –ical.” cataclysmic hysterical  At 2am my son awoke to find his room shaking. So violent was it, he was thrown from his bed. In the following minutes, he thought his life was going to end as he found … Continue reading →

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August 16: Flash Fiction Challenge – The Comet

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Michael

August 16, 2018, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story about a comet. You can consider how it features into a story, influences a character, or creates a mood. Go where the prompt leads. They said … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt: Circle #writephoto – The Gork Ancient Order of Druids

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Michael

In the ancient village of Gork, there was a small group of men who like many villages of the time had their own ancient order of druids called the Gork Ancient Order of Druids. Though small in number they were … Continue reading →

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Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 50

Posted on August 16, 2018 by Michael

When my marriage ended, it was not a pretty sight. My wife never saw it coming. She thought she had me so trapped there was nowhere for me to go. Marriage was not about bliss and joy it was about … Continue reading →

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FOWC with Fandango — Modern

Posted on August 16, 2018 by Michael

My neighbour Mr Fango could never be accused of being modern. It was clear to me that the cutting edge of technology had long passed him by. I know this because he still used a push mower and hand shears … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver – #184 – Time’s Up – 16th August – Andy Russell’s Soul

Posted on August 16, 2018 by Michael

Andy Russell lay on his death bed drawing one pained breath in after another. Around him, his family hung on every breath thinking that might be his last. Inside Andy, his soul fought tooth and nail to stay with his … Continue reading →

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Flash Fiction for Aspiring Writers – Grandad’s Birthday.

Posted on August 16, 2018 by Michael

Image: Ted Strutz. The lineup for the vehicular ferry was long. In the car, there was a sense of expectation. It was Grandad’s 90th birthday, and we were excited to see him. He lived out on the island, and the … Continue reading →

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